שמואל ב, פרק י״ז, פסוק כ״ח

David and his weary companions received a comprehensive delivery of supplies, ensuring they had everything necessary for survival and comfort in the field. This generous provision included sleeping arrangements, practical utensils, and a diverse array of food.

The primary approach among commentators is that the sleeping gear consisted of standard beds or bedding meant for rest [רש״י, מצודת ציון, רד״ק, ביאור שטיינזלץ]. However, a different perspective suggests these items might have been sheets and clothing, or even specialized vessels designed for pouring water over the hands [רד״ק]. Alongside these comforts, the supporters brought practical tools for daily living. These included various receptacles, specifically basins, cups, and bowls intended for holding liquids [מצודת ציון, רד״ק, ביאור שטיינזלץ], as well as earthenware pottery crafted for eating and drinking [מצודת ציון, ביאור שטיינזלץ].

The food provisions were carefully prepared and highly specific. A certain roasted food is listed twice among the supplies, reflecting two distinct types of nourishment rather than a simple repetition. The first type, grouped with wheat and barley, refers to cereal grains or flour that had been roasted and parched in a fire to preserve them. The second type, following the beans and lentils, refers to flour made from roasted legumes [מצודת ציון, רד״ק, ביאור שטיינזלץ]. This distinction reveals that David was brought two variations of a traditional dish. One version was made from grains, while the other was crafted from legumes that were dried in an oven while still moist, then ground into flour to create a sweet food [רש״י].